Root Canal Therapy
Precise, comfortable treatment that saves your natural tooth.
Overview
What is Root Canal Therapy?
A root canal is a procedure to remove infected, inflamed, or damaged pulp (the soft tissue inside a tooth containing nerves and blood vessels), clean and shape the root canals, and seal the tooth to prevent re-infection. Despite its reputation, modern root canal therapy performed by Dr. Karolidis is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling — and it can save a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted.
Why It Matters
Benefits of Root Canal Therapy
Step by Step
What to Expect
Local anesthetic applied to completely numb the tooth and surrounding area
Dental dam placed to keep the area clean and dry during treatment
Small opening made in the crown of the tooth to access the pulp chamber
Infected or damaged pulp carefully removed and root canals cleaned and shaped
Canals disinfected and filled with a biocompatible rubber material (gutta-percha)
Tooth sealed with a temporary or permanent filling; dental crown placed to protect the tooth
Signs You May Need This Treatment
- Persistent, severe toothache — especially when biting or applying pressure
- Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers after the source is removed
- Darkening or discoloration of the tooth
- Swollen, tender, or pimple-like bump on the gums near the tooth
- Pain that radiates to the jaw, ear, or neck
Who Is This For?
Patients with a tooth that has become infected, severely decayed, or damaged to the point where the inner pulp is affected. Root canal therapy is usually the best alternative to tooth extraction — preserving your natural smile and bite.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid chewing on the treated tooth until the permanent crown is placed. Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed for any mild post-treatment soreness. Return for your crown appointment as scheduled — this final step is essential for protecting the treated tooth.
What's Included
Our Promise
Why Choose Westbram Dental
Experienced & Trusted
Dr. Karolidis DDS brings decades of clinical expertise and a proven record of exceptional patient outcomes.
Gentle, Caring Approach
We prioritise your comfort at every step — from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave.
Direct Billing Available
We work with most major insurance plans and offer direct billing so you can focus on your health, not paperwork.
Ready to Book?
New patients are always welcome. Call us or fill out our online form — we'd love to see you.
Office Hours
Same-Day Emergency Care
Dental emergency? Call us — we keep same-day slots available for urgent cases.
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